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April 2014 Edition

Advancing to the Finals for National History Day

The Rev. Dr. Napier Jr. Academys National History Day Team advanced to the state finals at the recent regional competition held at Seton Hall University. The team members are Riana Ferrell, Elizabeth Fernandez, Ashley Reynoso, Anthony Marcano, Melanie Polanco, Amire Nickelson, Amair Lawson, Tanjim Ahmed, and Moises Segarra. Congratulations to Ms. Milena Eason, Ms. Theresa Logan and to all of the Napier teachers that assisted the History Day Team.

Workshop with Kumari V. Ghafoor-Davis Author of Real Talk: Ten Parenting Strategies to Raise Confident Successful Children

NJASK Tips for Parents Get a Good Nights Sleep Eat a Healthy Breakfast Positive Attitude Praise, Praise, and More Praise Relax Before the Test Listen to Directions Take your time

PBSIS Initiatives

Clearly define for students what is expected of them Be consistent across staff in how we talk to students about those expectations Improve our procedures and routines so the school day runs smoothly Provide lots of encouragement and social praise when students display the school expectations Make students feel welcomed and valued Encourage positive interactions between students between students and staff Provide students with help and support to overcome challenges and difficulties academically, socially, and behaviorally

Guest Speaker Councilman Anthony Ebony Davis

Councilman Davis came to speak to the students of Napier Academy. The topics he discussed with the students were goal setting, pride in themselves, pride in their community, bullying, test taking, and respect for teachers, adults, parents, and themselves. The students enjoyed interacting with the councilman and received positive messages from the community native. They were able to hear positive things from another perspective. We would like to take the time out to thank Councilman Davis for coming to speak to the students of Napier Academy.

2nd Marking Period Awards Ceremony

The student achievement awards ceremony was for earning a place on the Principals, Honor Roll, Citizenship, and Perfect Attendance lists. The students received a breakfast and a certificate for their hard work and dedication. Parents were welcome to attend the breakfast and ceremony.

The Principals Message There are so many good things occurring at The Napier Academy that we just cant keep the news to ourselves. Theres a hip-hop song titled Dont Believe the Hype, that fits appropriately here because despite our challenges we are indeed moving forward and experiencing some great achievements. I constantly remind the staff, parents, and students that eyes have not seen and ears have not heard what The Napier Academy shall be. I am proud to say that we are moving toward our shallness; however, it must be a team effort between the home and the school. Everyone plays a role in the success of our children and our children must know that we are all on the same team. With that said, enjoy our newsletter and congratulations to our students and their families. Mr. Medley